Sony NWZ-S738F Specification Guide

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Last Updated: 02/10/2010
NWZ-S738FBNC
A slim noise-canceling video MP3 player
 
 
 
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Features
Exceptional sound quality  With five clear audio technologies: The NWZ-
S738FBNC houses five integrated clear audio technologies, allowing 
you to enjoy all of your music and videos with exceptional crisp sound.
Integrated noise canceling system  The NWZ-S738FBNC features 
integrated noise canceling technology that cancels up to 75 percent of 
ambient noise . An in-box adaptor can also turn your Walkman® 
player and EX headphones combination into noise canceling 
headphones for other devices. For example, simply connect the 
included adapter to your Walkman® player and the AV system in an 
airplane via an audio jack, and you're ready to enjoy the benefit of 
noise canceling technology while watching an in-flight movie.
Long battery life  A long-lasting battery lets you listen to music for up to 
40 hours or watch video for up to 10 hours before you need to 
recharge.
8GB Built-in Memory   Stores up to 1850 songs or 30H of video
6. 
High-quality EX Headphones includedHigh-quality  EX Headphones are 
specially designed produce a dynamic and wide range of acoustical 
sound. Additionally, EX Headphones are engineered with an angular 
design that fits comfortably in the ear. Even more, the EX Headphones 
have a built-in noise cancelling function that reduce ambient noises 
and enhance your overall listening experience.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
SensMe™  
Supports multiple video codecs 
Specifications
General
Music Storage Capacity (Approx): 7.19 GB 
Approximately 7,725,514,752 bytes
 
Backlit Color: TFT color display with white LED-backlight
 
Recommended Use: Music, Video & Photo Playback, FM Radio Tuner, PC External 
Storage
 
Audio
Equalizer: 5 Band: Heavy/Pop/Jazz/Unique/Custom
 
Format(s) Supported: "MP3  
WMA  
AAC-LC (unsecured only) 
Linear PCM
 
Antenna System: Headphone Cord
 
Station Preset(s): 30 FM Presets; Auto preset / Manual preset
 
Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000Hz (when playing back data file, single signal 
measurement)
 
Tuner Type: Mono / Auto (Stereo) Selection
 
Tuner Frequency Range: 87.5 - 108 MHz
 
Tuner: Digital FM Tuner
 
Audio Features
Sound Mode: Clear Bass; Clear Stereo; Dynamic Normalizer; DSEE Sound Enhancer
 
Convenience Features
Multiple Language Display: Yes (English/French/German/Spanish/Italian/Russian/  
Japanese/Simplified Chinese/Traditional Chinese/Korean/Portuguese)
 
Search Features: All Songs 
Album 
Artist 
Genre 
Initial Letter 
Playlists 
Release Year 
Folder 
Display
Screen Size: 2" LCD QVGA (240 x 320 dots); 262,144 colors
 
Hardware
Headphone Type: Earbud
 
Display: 2.0inch, TFT color display with white LED-backlight, QVGA(240 x 320 Pixels), 
262,144 colors
 
Memory: 8 GB
 
Interface: Headphone:Stereo mini-jack 
WM-PORT:22 pin terminal 
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)
 
System Requirements: IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the 
following Windows operating systems*1: 
- Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) 
- Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) 
- Windows Vista Home Basic (Service Pack 1 or later) 
- Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1 or later) 
- Windows Vista Business (Service Pack 1 or later) 
- Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1 or later) 
Not supported by 64 bit version OS. 
Not supported by OSs other than above. 
*1 Excluding OS Versions not supported by Microsoft®.?
 
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature: 41 'F to 95 'F (5 'C to 35 'C)
 
Power
Recharging Time: USB-based charging 
Approx. 3 Hrs (full charge), Approx. 1.5 Hrs (approx. 80%)
 
Power Type: Built-in Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 
USB power (from a computer via the supplied USB cable)
 
Battery Charging (Approx): USB-based charging 
Approx. 3 Hrs(full charge), Approx. 1.5 Hrs(approx. 80%)
 
Video
Format: MPEG 4, M4V
 
Playback: Mode: Normal/Repeat/Shuffle/Shuffle&Repeat/Repeat 1 Song
 
Play Mode: Normal / Repeat / Shuffle / Shuffle&Repeat / Repeat 1 Song 
Shuffle All
 
Video Features
JPEG Playback: Yes
 
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Output(s): 1 (stereo mini jack)
 
Headphone Jack: Yes
 
Memory
Memory Size: 8GB
 
User Memory Capacity (Approx.): 7.19GB
 
Dimensions
Weight: 1.6 oz (46g)
 
Measurements: W 1 3/4 x H 3 5/8 x D 5/16" (42.9 x H89.5 x D7.5mm)
 
Supplied Accessories
Headphones with earbuds (s/m/l)
 
Quick Start Guide
 
USB to WM-Port cable
 
Limited Waranty
 
CD-ROM (Microsoft Windows Media® Player 11, "Napster,""Content 
Transfer,""Operation Guide")
 
Plug adaptor for in-flight use (single/dual)
 
Color: Black
 
UPC Code: 027242747524
 
1. User available memory = 7,840,956,416 bytes, because a portion of the memory is used for data 
management functions. 
2. Reduces ambient noise by up to 75%. At 200Hz 
3. WMV playback limited to QVGA resolution (320x240) at a bitrate no higher than 1,700 kpbs.  MPEG -4 
playback limited to Simple Profile, QVGA resolution (320x240), at a bitrate no higher than 2,500 kpbs.  AVC 
playback limited to Baseline Profile, QVGA resolution (320x240), at a bitrate no higher than 768 kpbs. linear 
PCM limited to Bitrateof 1411kbps and a sampling frequency 44.1kHz 
4. When playing back MP3 files at 128kbps. The times are approximate when all of the Equalizers and the VPT 
are set to "None", all of the DSEE, the Clear Stereo, Dynamic Normalizer and the New Song Pop Up are set 
to "Off", and the Type of Screensaver is set to "Blank". Actual battery life may vary based usage patterns, 
environment and battery condition. 
5. When playing back MPEG 4 at 384kbps. The times are approximate when the Brightness of the Common 
Setting is set to "3". Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns, environment and battery 
condition. 
6. Calculated based on 4 minutes per song @ 128 kbps in MP3 format, not including videos or photos. Other 
playable audio file format song numbers and times may differ from MP3 format. For video transfer the 
approximate recordable times are estimated where only video is transferred to the device. Times may 
vary depending on the conditions under which the player is used. 
© 2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is 
prohibited. Sony, Walkman and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony. SensMe is a trademark of Sony 
Ericsson Mobile Communications.All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Non-
metric weights and measurements are approximate and may vary.